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The Degenerate - Feature Film

What could go wrong when a small-bit trader makes a financial cult?

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The Degenerate - Feature Film

The Degenerate - Feature Film

The Degenerate - Feature Film

The Degenerate - Feature Film

The Degenerate - Feature Film

What could go wrong when a small-bit trader makes a financial cult?

What could go wrong when a small-bit trader makes a financial cult?

What could go wrong when a small-bit trader makes a financial cult?

What could go wrong when a small-bit trader makes a financial cult?

Brenden Singh
Brenden Singh
Brenden Singh
Brenden Singh
1 Campaign |
London, United Kingdom
$479 USD $479 USD 11 backers
1% of $26,467 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

The Degenerate follows the Protagonist Dickie.

He's played it too safe in life.

He finally pushes himself to do some risk-tasking fiscal activities and YOLOs his life savings with his high-interest credit cards, because, if all goes wrong… “there's always the option of jumping off a cliff.” Obsessively talking about his hunch that he parrots after reading it on an online forum, blathering it to his buddies, slamming down pint after pint -- he wants to prove himself. Dickie does see something - he’s not wholly dumb in the craft, but within the dumb-luck, he becomes an addict.

Too greedy and too emotional to sell, "diamond-handing" for big numbers; he forms an emotional parasocial relationship with crypto and stocks.

 Dickie's degenerate trading and eventual successes leads him to cobbling together a group of degenerate [trading] gamblers, guiding them into a few wins, but mostly losses; as his personal life too begins to spiral out of control.

To hedge your bets, to keep gambling, like a degenerate.

The third feature from Director/Producer/Writer - Brenden Singh.

This is a completely independent film production.

Unlike his previous self-funding, “no-budget” (under £10k) feature films, Huey (£4.5k) and I Feel Fine (£450) - the story and who is working on it requires an actual semblance of a budget.

The journey has been one of collaboration and determination, finding the right people for the team, and crystallizing a vision that could inspire the kind of investment necessary to do this story justice.   

This is where YOU come in!  

The team behind The Degenerate is a group of incredibly talented people. 

Meet the brilliant Crew and Cast below.

BRENDEN SINGH (DIRECTOR/PRODUCER/SCREENWRITER) works as a Director/Producer & Video Editor in Global Advertising and Commercials for brands such as: Montblanc, Nike, Evian Having a Bachelors in Film & TV & Masters in Dramatic Writing from UAL - he spent years building his craft. before attempting his first crack at a feature film: HUEY (2021). This will be his third feature film. 

OLAMIDE SHOYINKA  (CINEMATOGRAPHER): Olamide Shoyinka’s cinematography focuses on humanity. No matter the difference in race, culture or beliefs he believes in creating imagery that can evoke empathy and understanding from the viewer. His work is diverse yet holds a certain uniformity into which he is able to express himself his collaborators within.

ADINA NELU (COMPOSER): Adina is a Manchester-based classically-trained composer, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist whose work focuses on sonic storytelling and music as metaphor in films and media. She has created bespoke music for various projects, such as short and feature films, advertising, sound installations, audio books, spoken word and experimental audio. She has worked with worldwide established brands such as Sky, Audible and Johnnie Walker. In 2021, she was the only film composer from the North West to be selected for BFI x BAFTA Crew and she has been recently granted BAFTA Connect membership.

MANUEL FUENTES (VFX): Is an experienced Visual Effects Artist and Animator, having  previously worked on VFX for Marvel Cinematic Universe & Hollywood films at various VFX Studios, as well as being the Motion Director for brands such as: Stella, Costa, Budweiser, etc…


Teddy Robson a drama actor & playwright. Having studied at the prestegious Drama Centre, London - his breakout role was in Colosseum (2022) which released on the History Channel.  

Isabella Inchbald (Issy) is an English stage, TV and film actress and writer. Having won the Carleton Hobbs award in 2017, she joined the BBC Radio Drama Repertory Company before going on to play Jane Austen's Emma alongside Emma Thompson for Audible.

Adam Broomfield-Strawn is a screen-actor, presenter, voiceover artist and comedian - based in London. His career so far has had him working in TV and film for Sky (Breeders, The last dragon slayer) Netflix (Squid game: the experience), major movies (both Fantastic beasts) and TV (Call the midwife, Mother Father Son) as well as a wide range of roles here in the UK and abroad.

Ray Calleja playing Charlie is an actor  based in London. After starting out at Theatre school, he went on to perform in many plays, in and out of rep and the West End. After then going to Drama School. He's been a starring role in many of the most recently lauded British indie films & TV shows and commercials .

Kane Surry playing Timmy. He was most starring in Netflix "In from the Side". (2022), He's known for playing a a diverse range of characters.

The ambition of the Crowdfunding campaign is to raise funds and prove the idea sells. 

 To engage with our fans and foster a community in celebrating indie filmmakers; Indiegogo provides an amazing platform to accomplish both.

Every dollar raised through this campaign is going directly towards the budget to push up the production values as much as possible. With the initial £21k Crowdfunding goal - we’re going to have the film production values look like a million bucks.

How is that possible?

Through years of actual filmmaking and feature film productions, knowledge of production & post-production has lead to actualised theory-crafting. Knowing the kit, intimately understanding workflows of what works and doesn’t work, and extremely focused Pre-Production & planning are what allows for this.

Why does no-one else make movies this way?

To be frank - there are benefits and detriments to doing so. But for most, it’s likely because the Directors & Producers aren’t multi-disciplined. End-to-end production experience is an uncommon skillset. It takes a full understanding of the Post-Production process - of what shots/cinematography will work for the edit, and what won’t. I have a heavy focus on writing for easier setups and heavy use of steadicam shots, whilst also using camera/gear that are great for and also sharp at low-light - so I can spend more time capturing the actors and filming as much material as possible. It’s a learned process. Colour-grading is the largest denominator in boosting production values. Understanding lighting & colour is where the magic truly happens. We are determined to get enough of a budget for this feature to allow space (which in essence, is more time) for incredible acting and visually stunning cinematography.

(Further down below in the "Director Statement" - you can find more information about the Production/Post-Production process of Brenden Singh)

Stocks, Crypto and Trading too - all things with a bad name.

What’s my personal experience with it? Why did I decide to write this screenplay? Where is my passion coming from? What’s my ambition as a filmmaker?

I come from a poverty-stricken background with my personal life being rife of familial violence, mental health issues, violence on the street and near stabbings. Growing up, I had a passion for reading, a love of film and obsession with video games - my mental escape. 

Being so engrossed with characters and a story that you forget where you are and who you are - focused solely on what’s in front of your eyes without any other thought. It’s pure human connection. What I’m most passionate about is filmmaking. 

My previous two indie feature films (Huey & I Feel Fine) were made with the mantra of “no-budget” in mind. Takeshi Miike with a camcorder (or DSLR in my case), making a film just because no-one said I’d be able to in the style and budget that I was making it in. Each of my previous two films have different things that worked well and different things that didn’t. But no-one can fault the ambition. It all comes down to what was able to done with the self-funded budgets I had.  

(Production Write-Ups of those two films can be found here): https://www.timeremedia.com/blog

But WHY this film - WHY THE DEGENERATE?

My knowledge of trading is close to my heart. I’m as brilliant a technical analyser as I am a terrible trader - that seeming oxymoron has caused many a-nightmare and woulda’-coulda’-shoulda’ moments. For instance - when I had 4.5 million Doge that I sold in February 2021, two months prior to the insane $0.80c run-up because I decided to get involved in the stock market. For my many wins, there are many many spectacular missed-wins and even-more silly losses.

The retail trading community is a strange place: of hopium, wishful thinking, purveyors of authority that tell the rest of the herd on how to trade. Memestocks, crypto, conspiracies & actual facts - all smorgasbording together into an insane whole. 

Get-rich-quick.

Dickie’s journey is a spoof of my own. This narrative at its heart is about desperation, addiction & hope. “I want to get rich quick so I can make a million and buy a house and never have to worry about anything again [and so much more in a perennial run-off sentence]”.

If you do not have the means to make a donation, you can still help by sharing this campaign with your friends on Facebook, Youtube, Instagram, or any other means of communication.

Like our page on Facebook and Instagram.

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The official hashtag for the film is #TheDegenerateMovie

We are relying on the passion of individuals like you to cross the finish line

For press inquiries/campaign/perk related inquiries...

Please contact: timeremedia@gmail.com

When will this movie be released?
The premiere of The Degenerate will be aimed for a Q1 2024 released. When we have more info, we will inform the Backers. Delay to the shooting schedule will also effect the delivery time for the Digital Download, DVD and Blu-rays.

What will be the rating of the movie?
The movie contains some mature content in terms of foul language and drug use.

What are "Behind the Scenes updates"?
We will be sending you updates through Indiegogo and/or email about the film and keep you posted as we embark on the Production later this year. 

When will I receive my perks?
Check the delivery times from the perk descriptions. If the schedules change we will update all Backers as soon as possible. 

Will you deliver to my country?
Yes. Delivery will be worldwide.

Can I buy two or more perks at the same time?
Unfortunately, Indiegogo does not have a shopping cart to buy many items at the same time. However, there is no limit to how many perks you can buy (unless there is a limit on a specific perk) but you do need to make all purchases individually. 

Am I going to be able to buy these perk items after the campaign has ended / anywhere else?
Some perk items will be available separately post-release (digital download, DVD/Bluray mainly), while other perks are chosen and created exclusively for this campaign and will NOT be available after the campaign is over and they are not sold anywhere else. 

Where can I find information on the perks, campaign, the film etc. after the campaign?
Make sure to bookmark our Indiegogo page as we will use it to keep posting updates about our campaign and perks. 

Who is running the Indiegogo campaign?
The Indiegogo campaign is run by Brenden Singh.
Please contact this address if you have any more questions: timeremedia@gmail.com

You can also follow The Degenerate on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to ensure you will get the latest information. 

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The Degenerate

The Degenerate

Currency Conversion $6 USD
£5 GBP
As a huge thank you for supporting #TheDegenerateFilm - you'll be sent the PDF SCRIPT of the film - as well as exclusive behind-the-scenes updates.
Included Items
  • Behind the scenes updates
  • The Degenerate PDF script
Estimated Shipping
July 2023
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Degenerate - Listener

Degenerate - Listener

Currency Conversion $13 USD
£10 GBP
Receive a digital album of the OST [Original Score] tracks.
Included Items
  • Behind the scenes updates
  • The Degenerate PDF script
  • The Degenerate OST
Estimated Shipping
July 2023
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Degenerate - Digital Download

Degenerate - Digital Download

Currency Conversion $19 USD
£15 GBP
You'll get everything from the "A Degenerate" perk and a DIGITAL DOWNLOAD of the final released feature, when the movie is released on digital format.
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  • Behind the scenes updates
  • The Degenerate PDF script
  • The Degenerate OST
  • Degenerate - Digital Download
Estimated Shipping
April 2024
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Degenerate - Physical Lover

Degenerate - Physical Lover

Currency Conversion $32 USD
£25 GBP
A Special Perk - DVD/Bluray. Ships Worldwide.
Included Items
  • The Degenerate - DVD/Bluray
Estimated Shipping
June 2024
0 claimed
Ships worldwide.
Degenerate - Premiere Watcher

Degenerate - Premiere Watcher

Currency Conversion $38 USD
£30 GBP
Those who grab this perk will be sent tickets to theatrical premiere that will take place in London, UK. This will take place at an independent cinema. Limited quantity available: 30.
Included Items
  • Behind the scenes updates
  • The Degenerate PDF script
  • The Degenerate OST
  • Degenerate - Digital Download
  • Theatrical Premiere - Tickets
Estimated Shipping
March 2024
7 out of 30 of claimed
Degenerate - Poster

Degenerate - Poster

Currency Conversion $50 USD
£40 GBP
A Special Perk: the official The Degenerate - Poster (size A3) will be sent to you. Ships Worldwide.
Included Items
  • Behind the scenes updates
  • The Degenerate PDF script
  • The Degenerate OST
  • Degenerate - Digital Download
  • Degenerate - Poster
Estimated Shipping
March 2024
0 out of 50 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
The Degenerate - Wearer

The Degenerate - Wearer

Currency Conversion $63 USD
£50 GBP
A Special Perk: A Degenerate t-shirt with a printed KV art asset. (A selection of art will be sent in an email - for your choosing, prior to print. Ships Worldwide.
Included Items
  • Behind the scenes updates
  • The Degenerate PDF script
  • The Degenerate OST
  • Degenerate - Digital Download
  • Degenerate - T-Shirt
Estimated Shipping
March 2024
1 out of 50 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
Special Thank You Credit &...

Special Thank You Credit &...

Currency Conversion $126 USD
£100 GBP
You get to see YOUR NAME credited under "Special Thanks" in the end credits of "The Degenerate". A personalized video from our lead, Teddy Robson & Director/Producer/Writer: Brenden Singh. As well as a social media shoutout.
Included Items
  • Behind the scenes updates
  • The Degenerate PDF script
  • The Degenerate OST
  • Degenerate - Digital Download
  • Special Thanks in film
  • Personalised Thank You Video
  • Social Media Shoutout
Estimated Shipping
March 2024
1 claimed
Degenerate - Producer IMDb

Degenerate - Producer IMDb

Currency Conversion $1,260 USD
£1,000 GBP
A Very Special Perk: IMDb & Film Credit. The Producer will receive all of the previous perks. Just Five Available!
Included Items
  • Behind the scenes updates
  • The Degenerate PDF script
  • The Degenerate OST
  • Degenerate - Digital Download
  • Special Thanks in film
  • Personalised Thank You Video
  • Social Media Shoutout
  • The Degenerate Producer - IMDb
Estimated Shipping
March 2024
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Executive Producer - Credit

Executive Producer - Credit

Currency Conversion $6,302 USD
£5,000 GBP
A Very Special Perk: IMDb & Film Credit. The Executive Producer will receive all of the previous perks -- as well as a 10% profit-share agreement (TBC by contract over email). Only two available!
Included Items
  • Behind the scenes updates
  • The Degenerate PDF script
  • The Degenerate OST
  • Degenerate - Digital Download
  • The Degenerate - DVD/Bluray
  • Special Thanks in film
  • Personalised Thank You Video
  • Social Media Shoutout
  • The Degenerate - Exec Producer
Estimated Shipping
March 2024
0 out of 2 of claimed

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